Watch three-year old Lily “pull” a lamb, her second of the season.
Online safety – offline
Do you buy things off Craigslist or Facebook? Stubhub or Twitter? Do you feel a bit creeped out when you …
Irony Alert: The 2nd Amendment’s Not Just For Muskets!
The Founding Fathers were the action heroes of their day according to comedian Steven Crowder. He figures they were smart …
Just for fun! How deep is the ocean?
Scary or Amazing? Posted by FunFacts on Monday, 1 February 2016
25 things you should know before you go camping
For many people, especially those from big cities, camping is one of the greatest ways of enjoying the great outdoors. …
Looks delicious and easy – One pot chicken & rice
One-Pot Lemon Pepper Chicken & Rice Posted by Tasty on Monday, 15 February 2016
More handy household tips from 1900’s cigarette cards
These cards are super cool. They come from the New York Library Digital Collection and are British cigarette cards from …
“While getting lashes or electrification you must not cry at all”
Dan’s been to Cambodia and his view on communism has grown even darker than it was before. Remember President Reagan’s words …
How to make a smoker from pallets!
Smoke a whole hog or deer in this $100 (max) smoker. This guy knows what to do with old wooden pallets …
“Run, Hide, Fight!” How to Respond to an Active Shooter II
Preparing for the Worst: How to Respond to an Active Shooter II David Inserra / @dr_inserra This article assumes you are …
Doomsday clock moves one more minute closer to a global nuclear war
The Squirrel says: Self-Reliance Central has brought you information before on a naturally occurring EMP but right now we’re growing concerned about the …
Infographic explains the exposure triangle for beginner photographers
If you’re a beginner photographer, it can be helpful to have a simple guide that helps you understand the different settings …
Tom just visited the most dangerous ghetto on Earth for you… Here’s what happened
Editor’s Note: Palm Beach Research Group Founder Tom Dyson has been abroad conducting research in some of the most exotic—and dangerous—places …
Canine first aid: Clearing an airway
Learn how to clear the airway if your dog ever is at risk of choking on a foreign object or …
Tiny houses for homeless people are a lesson in urban survival
Self-Reliance Central readers love small houses. These ones come from dumped odds and ends, and a big heart. And as …
futureHAUS – pre-fab housing that’s super smart
As part of an international challenge Virginia Tech’s FutureHAUS research proposes an alternative to conventional construction: a pre-fab delivery method …
The Photography Starter Kit – John Greengo
Join award-winning photographer John Greengo to learn the most essential functions of your camera and confidently put them to work. …
Crunchy Broccoli – quick, cheap, easy and healthy
Now here’s a great snack and a healthy way to get everyone to eat their greens. Preheat oven to 375° and …
This Sasse guy is dead right on licenses. They hurt the poor.
Sen. Ben Sasse issued some tough love today at the Conservative Policy Summit in Washington, D.C.: Electing a Republican president, …
Lily’s back with an emergency survival shelter!
Lily shows us how to place, source and build an emergency shelter using a tarp and trimmed boughs. You’ll need a …
Is this the world’s best concealment holster?
Is this horsehide holster the best ever? This is the review on YouTube. What do you think? This is the …
TEXAS: Zika virus now spreading through sex. DoD relocating pregnant personnel.
We have been reporting on the spread the Zika virus as it barrels down on North America. While most transmission …
UPDATE: The devastating Zika virus
Zika virus is spread to people through mosquito bites. The most common symptoms of Zika virus disease are fever, rash, …
Birth defect Zika virus “spreading extensively.”
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr. Margaret Chan convened an emergency meeting to discuss the Zika virus which she said was “spreading …
Don’t you love these? Handy tips from the 1900s
This is fabulous! I guess as a self-reliant person you have alternate light sources around the house. I do. I …
Why ‘Junk Silver’ Should Be Your Next Precious Metals Purchase
Of all the forms of precious metals you can own, we believe your very next purchase should be at least …
Off Grid Solar Power – How to Calculate Your Needs. Warning: Math and physics are involved!
Thinking of getting an off-grid solar powered system? As these guys will show you on their camper van roof, you …
VIDEO: Water Bottle Turns Humid Air into Drinkable Water
Retezár, an Austrian designer has invented a device that can extract water from the air and condense it into drinkable water. Called Fontus, it …
Tips for going green, saving green, with greywater recycling
Water conservation isn’t just for Californians and others who live in dry climates. Although the Golden State’s water woes grabbed …
A reader writes: Start small caliber and work up to “rolling your own” ammo
Another letter from a Squirrel reader. Thanks SMC! As I have mentioned before, I’m no firearms expert so I expect you …